John B. Sanfilippo plans CEO succession shift

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. announced a planned leadership transition.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. announced a planned leadership transition. On July 16, 2026 the company said current Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey T. Sanfilippo will move to the role of Executive Chair of the Board effective October 1, 2026.

The Board has appointed Jasper B. Sanfilippo Jr., currently Chief Operating Officer, President and Secretary, as Chief Executive Officer effective on that date. It also appointed Frank Pellegrino, currently Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration, as President and Chief Financial Officer. Jasper Sanfilippo has been with the company since 1991 and on the Board since 2003, and is part of a family group that includes several directors; Pellegrino joined in 2007 and has held increasing finance roles.

8-K Event Classification

Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

Key Figures

Transition effective date: October 1, 2026 Age of Jasper B. Sanfilippo Jr.: 58 Age of Frank Pellegrino: 52 +2 more

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Transition effective date October 1, 2026 Date when leadership changes, including CEO role, take effect

Age of Jasper B. Sanfilippo Jr. 58 Age of the incoming Chief Executive Officer

Age of Frank Pellegrino 52 Age of the incoming President and Chief Financial Officer

Jasper B. Sanfilippo Jr. tenure start 1991 Year Jasper B. Sanfilippo Jr. began employment with the company

Frank Pellegrino tenure start 2007 Year Frank Pellegrino began employment with the company

Key Terms

Executive Chair, Chief Operating Officer, Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K, definitive proxy statement, +1 more

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Executive Chair financial

"will transition from his role as Chief Executive Officer to Executive Chair of the Board"

An executive chair is the board chairperson who also takes an active, hands-on role in company management, typically working closely with the CEO and senior team to shape strategy and major decisions. For investors it matters because this blend of oversight and operational power can accelerate strategic moves and provide steady leadership—like a coach who also calls plays—but it can also concentrate authority and create governance or succession risks if too much depends on one person.

Chief Operating Officer financial

"the Company’s current Chief Operating Officer, President and Secretary, as Chief Executive Officer"

A chief operating officer (COO) is a senior executive responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of a company, ensuring that all parts of the organization work smoothly and efficiently. They often act like a company's operational quarterback, translating strategic plans into practical actions. For investors, the COO's effectiveness can influence a company's performance and stability, making them an important figure in assessing the company's management strength.

Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K regulatory

"required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K are contained"

definitive proxy statement regulatory

"in the Company’s definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A filed"

A Definitive Proxy Statement is a detailed document that a company sends to its shareholders before a big meeting, like voting on important decisions. It explains what's being voted on and gives important information so shareholders can make informed choices. It matters because it helps shareholders understand and participate in key company decisions.

related party transactions financial

"Review of Related Party Transactions—Lease Arrangements and Compensation Arrangements"

Transactions between a company and people or entities that have close ties to it—such as executives, board members, major shareholders, family members, or related companies—where the parties are not independent. These deals matter to investors because they can create conflicts of interest or hide favorable terms that distort a company’s true profits and risks; think of it like a business buying or selling to a family member instead of using the open market, which can lead to biased prices or undisclosed obligations.

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What leadership changes did JBSS announce and when do they take effect?

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (JBSS) outlined a leadership transition effective October 1, 2026. CEO Jeffrey T. Sanfilippo will become Executive Chair, while Jasper B. Sanfilippo Jr. becomes Chief Executive Officer and Frank Pellegrino becomes President and Chief Financial Officer on the same date.

Who will be the new CEO of JBSS and what is his background?

Jasper B. Sanfilippo Jr. will become Chief Executive Officer of JBSS on October 1, 2026. He is 58, has worked at the company since 1991, has served as Chief Operating Officer and President since 2006, and has been a Board member since 2003.

What new role will current CEO Jeffrey T. Sanfilippo hold at JBSS?

Current Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey T. Sanfilippo will transition to Executive Chair of the Board at JBSS. This change is effective October 1, 2026, shifting his responsibilities from day-to-day management to a board leadership role while maintaining involvement with the company.

What position will Frank Pellegrino hold at JBSS after the transition?

Frank Pellegrino, currently Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration, will become President and Chief Financial Officer of JBSS on October 1, 2026. He is 52 and has been with the company since 2007 in progressively senior finance roles.

Are there related party or compensation arrangements disclosed for the new JBSS executives?

JBSS states that transactions involving Jasper B. Sanfilippo Jr. and Frank Pellegrino that must be disclosed under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K are described under lease and compensation arrangement sections of its definitive proxy statement filed on September 11, 2025, which is incorporated by reference.

What family relationships exist among JBSS directors and the incoming CEO?

Incoming CEO Jasper B. Sanfilippo Jr. is the brother of current CEO Jeffrey T. Sanfilippo and several other directors, and the cousin of two additional directors. The company notes these relationships in describing the Board’s composition and family ties among its leadership group.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 16, 2026 (July 15, 2026)

JOHN B. SANFILIPPO & SON, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware			0-19681	36-2419677
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)
1703 N. RANDALL ROAD
Elgin, Illinois				60123-7820
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: (847) 289-1800

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $.01 par value per share		JBSS		The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

On July 16, 2026, John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (the “Company”) announced that Mr. Jeffrey T. Sanfilippo, current Chief Executive Officer of the Company, will transition from his role as Chief Executive Officer to Executive Chair of the Board of Directors of the Company (the “Board”), effective October 1, 2026 (the “Transition Date”). On July 15, 2026, the Board appointed Mr. Jasper B. Sanfilippo, Jr., the Company’s current Chief Operating Officer, President and Secretary, as Chief Executive Officer of the Company, effective on the Transition Date.

On July 15, 2026, the Board also appointed Mr. Frank Pellegrino, the Company’s current Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration, as President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company, effective on the Transition Date.

Mr. Jasper B. Sanfilippo, Jr. is 58 years old and has been employed by the Company since 1991. In November 2006, Mr. Jasper B. Sanfilippo, Jr. was named the Company’s Chief Operating Officer and President. Mr. Jasper B. Sanfilippo, Jr. was appointed as a member of the Board in December 2003. Mr. Jasper B. Sanfilippo, Jr. is the brother of Jeffrey T. Sanfilippo, an executive officer and director of the Company, the brother of James J. Sanfilippo, John E. Sanfilippo and Lisa A. Sanfilippo, all directors of the Company, and the cousin of Michael J. Valentine and James A. Valentine, both directors of the Company.

Mr. Pellegrino is 52 years old and has been employed by the Company since January 2007. In August 2021, Mr. Pellegrino was promoted to Chief Financial Officer. In August 2020, Mr. Pellegrino was promoted to Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration. Prior to Mr. Pellegrino’s appointment as Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration, Mr. Pellegrino served in roles of increasing responsibility in the Company’s accounting and finance functions.

The transactions between each of Mr. Jasper B. Sanfilippo, Jr. and Frank Pellegrino and the Company required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K are contained under “Review of Related Party Transactions—Lease Arrangements” and “Review of Related Party Transactions—Compensation Arrangements” in the Company’s definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 11, 2025, which is incorporated by reference herein.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			JOHN B. SANFILIPPO & SON, INC.
	July 16, 2026	By:	/s/ Frank S. Pellegrino
			Frank S. Pellegrino Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration

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